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Monday-Friday from 8:30–10:15 AM in the following weeks: 11/3 to 12/19/25, then 1/5 to 2/13/26, and then 4/13 to 6/5/26 There are School breaks 11/24/25 – 11/28/25 and 12/29/25 – 1/2/2026 Hours per Week: 10 hours/week Start Date: November 3, 2025 Sacramento Waldorf School is seeking a part-time High School Physics Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year, beginning November 3, 2025. We’re looking for a colleague excited to teach physics phenomenologically with rich hands‑on labs in daily Main Lesson from 8:30–10:15 AM. The Physics Teacher guides students through experiential, developmental physics learning, prioritizing laboratory experimentation and observation of phenomena. This role collaborates on curriculum, supports adolescents’ growth, and participates in the broader life of the school. The position is 36% FTE across five four‑week Main Lesson blocks between Nov 3, 2025 and Jun 6, 2026 (with a Feb 16 – Apr 10 pause and school breaks). About Sacramento Waldorf School is at an exciting point in its 66‑year history. Preschool through High School, we are deeply engaged in developing anti‑bias pedagogy and policies, auditing our curriculum for values alignment, training in restorative practices, and working on the next evolution of our Waldorf education programming. Waldorf schools, as intentional cultural institutions, have a responsibility to actualize social renewal in a living and responsive way. We believe that knowledge has been collectively created, is owned by all, and should be utilized in service of humanity. Sacramento Waldorf School is committed to welcoming and affirming diverse experiences and creating shared practices that represent all people in our learning community. Education always takes place within the context of relationship at Sacramento Waldorf School. Whether it is in the classroom, in the lab, on the playing field, on the farm, in the studio, on stage, or in any of our many campus venues, thoughtful and supportive relationships create engaged learning. With PS‑12 enrollment of over 400 students, the smaller class sizes allow students to develop meaningful relationships with both peers and teachers. Young people are nurtured and challenged over the course of their education to develop a strong sense of self that will be of service to their communities. Sacramento Waldorf School is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender, or any protected class. We recognize that the range of ethnicities, nationalities, languages, socio‑economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, learning differences, and life experiences within our community enhance the school’s learning environment, and we are committed to fostering equity and inclusion. Sacramento Waldorf School asks all employees to proactively commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion; personal improvement; and service to the Sacramento Waldorf School mission, bringing energy and excitement to serve the students, faculty, and families of the school. Teach high school physics through a phenomenological, hands‑on approach. Lead daily Main Lesson instruction; design and supervise laboratory experiments. Integrate classic and innovative physics demonstrations/experiments. Collaborate on curriculum development within the HS science program. Support student engagement and developmental, observation‑based learning. Participate in faculty responsibilities (meetings, student support, school events). Qualifications Bachelor (required); Major in Physics (preferred). High School Teaching experience preferred. Waldorf teacher training/experience preferred If employed for 75% or more over the course of the year, employees are eligible to participate in the following school‑provided benefits: Individual health and dental insurance 95% employer‑paid for select plans Dependent health and dental insurance 75% of premium Individual and dependent vision insurance (partial employer‑paid) Eligible dependent children receive a tuition remission equal to 75% of the employee’s Full‑Time Equivalent (FTE) percentage, applicable to employees who are 75% FTE or higher. $10,000 life insurance policy with the option to purchase additional coverage Personal time, holidays, and sick leave as outlined in the Employee Handbook Up to 2% match in the School’s Retirement Plan upon completion of two years of full‑time employment #J-18808-Ljbffr Waldorf Education

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